Revision question · Band 2 traffic signs and signals, car control, pedestrians, mechanical knowledge

You're at a pelican crossing. What does the flashing amber light mean?

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Stop and wait for the green light

Stop and wait for the red light

Give way to pedestrians waiting to cross

Give way to pedestrians on the crossing

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Pelican crossings are signal-controlled crossings operated by pedestrians. Push-button controls change the signals. Pelican crossings have no red-and-amber stage before green. Instead, they have a flashing amber light, which means you must give way to pedestrians on the crossing, but if it's clear, you may continue.

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Rule 196Highway Code rule · A pelican flashing amber permits progress only when the crossing is clear; people already crossing retain priority.

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